A-Bombs Over Nevada (2019)

Plot

The conclusion of World War II with "Fat Man" and "Little Boy" ushered in the Atomic Age and ignited a fierce competition with the Soviet Union to develop more powerful nuclear weapons. In a remote Nevada desert, just 65 miles from Las Vegas, the U.S. conducted explosive tests that drew curious spectators from across the nation. This narrative explores the ambitious atomic experiments and the peculiar subculture that emerged, giving rise to beauty queens, trendy hairstyles, and a host of radioactive superhero legends. The spectacle captivated a nation grappling with the implications of its newfound destructive power.